Soil Excavation Worker
さいどさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving the extraction of earth and sand such as gravel, sand, and clay using heavy machinery or manual labor, followed by transportation, sorting, and quality control. Plays an important role as a supplier of construction materials.
Description
Soil excavation workers extract earth and sand such as gravel, sand, and clay used in construction and paving works on-site, sort them to specified particle sizes and quality, and supply them. They operate heavy machinery such as bulldozers, backhoes, and dump trucks, handling tasks from excavation to hauling out, loading and storage in stockyards. Additionally, quality control through soil tests and standard penetration tests, consideration for the surrounding environment, and safety and health management are included in the duties. Work is mainly outdoors, requiring adaptability to weather and terrain conditions.
Future Outlook
While stable job openings are expected due to increased infrastructure development and construction demand, advancements in mechanization and automation, as well as movements for labor environment improvements, may have an impact.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Heavy Equipment Operator → Chief Operator → Site Supervisor → Construction Management Technician → Construction Company Manager
Required Skills
Basic Surveying Knowledge / Heavy Equipment Operation / Safety and Health Knowledge / Standard Penetration Test
Recommended Skills
Civil Engineering Construction Management / Environmental Conservation Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves continuous heavy labor including heavy machinery operation and loading/unloading outdoors. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced logical thinking is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work centers on following established procedures rather than creative ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Small Mobile Crane Operation Skills Training
- Vehicle-Mounted Construction Machinery Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Clay Extraction Worker
- Gravel Extraction Worker
- Sand Extraction Worker
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